Job Abstract

Job Overview:

The Registered Dietitian is responsible for providing optimal nutritional care to patients, which compiles with the standards of care in the dietetic profession. This role is responsible for the medical nutrition therapy of patient/residents; nutritional assessment, nutrition care plans, patient visitation, diet counseling, consults regarding advance nutrition support, as well as assist in other areas related to the Food and Nutrition Services Department.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Registered Dietitian or RD eligible
• Completed ADA approved internship
• Must have the ability to read, write and speak English (or other languages as necessary)
  
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions

Preferred:

• Experience in health care environment

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Registered Dietitian

Scheduling Requirements:

• Flexible hours Monday-Friday and a minimum of 2 weekend shifts (8 hours per day w/ 30-minute lunch break) each month and every other holiday
• PD

Essential Functions:

• Performs nutritional assessments and nutrition screens, which are appropriate and timely per established policies and procedure
• Develops nutrition care plans and monitors patient response to care plan developed
• Provides inpatient discharge diet instructions
• Keeps thorough and updated information on patient profile sheets
• Provides diet consultations as ordered by physicians
• Collaborates with physician and nursing to deliver quality nutrition care

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.